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The first woods were rolled by the then members of Keynsham Bowling Club on the green in Keynsham Memorial Park in 1957. Since then, the club has gone from strength to strength and is now very much a friendly club that is more than just a bowling club.

On the bowling front, the men field three teams in each of the Somerset League and the Bristol and District League, as well as a team in the Bristol Triples League. Our ladies play in both the Somerset and Mendip leagues whilst we also field a mixed side in the Somerset Mixed League. Both ladies and gents also play in a variety of friendly fixtures both at home and away. Whilst all this is happening, our rinks get well played, usually in the mornings, as members compete against one another in internal club competitions, which culminate in a finals weekend in September. Winners receive their trophies at the Club Annual Dinner in November.

In addition to playing bowls, members also enjoy a varied social programme throughout the year. On the first Wednesday of the month, we hold our coffee morning and in the Summer, we have our ‘Captains’ Charity BBQ’, which has helped us raise thousands of pounds for mainly local charities over the years. At the end of our bowling season, we have our final rollup, which includes a fish and chip supper and we then move into our Winter programme of activities. Each month we have a different event, such as Bingo, Beetle Drive, quiz or entertainment (all including a supper) and in December we stage our Christmas Party.

We are affiliated with Bowls England and each year, we participate in their ‘Big Bowls Weekend’ when we stage our Open Day. So, if you have never rolled a wood and would like to give it a try, why not sign up for one of our hourly sessions on either Saturday 27th or Monday 29th of May? Slots are available at 10.00 and 11.00 am and 2.00 and 3.00 pm each day. You can reserve your place by making contact with our Club Secretary David at kbc57info@gmail.com or telephoning 07787 968874. All equipment will be provided and you just need to wear a pair of flat shoes. Our qualified club coaches will be on hand to ‘show you the ropes.’ So do it now – we would love to hear from you. Bowls is a great game to play as it is a great leveller irrespective of age or gender.